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Just remember that even if there's an adjudication delay, you can still get retroactive benefits back to when you first filed if approved. Don't let processing time discourage you from filing promptly.
That's really helpful to know about retroactive payments. Takes some pressure off the timing.
Exactly! I got 6 weeks of back pay when my adjudication finally got resolved. File early and be patient with the process.
Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have all the information you need to file a strong application. Remember to be thorough but honest, and don't let the employer's characterization of the termination discourage you from applying.
Thank you so much everyone! This thread has been incredibly helpful and reassuring. I'll update once I hear back from Washington ESD.
Please do update us! Success stories help encourage others in similar situations.
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I used Claimyr too when I couldn't get through to Washington ESD about my partial benefits. The agent told me something I didn't know - you can actually keep collecting partial benefits for up to a year as long as you're still actively looking for full-time work. Really helpful service.
A whole year? That's way longer than I expected. Definitely going to look into Claimyr since everyone seems to have good experiences with it.
Just wanted to add that you should file your claim as soon as possible after your hours get reduced. Benefits can't be backdated, so every week you wait is money you're losing out on.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I'm going to file my claim this weekend and see what happens. Really appreciate this community!
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Just filed for unemployment last week after being laid off. The process was actually smoother than I expected, probably because it was a clear lack of work situation. But yeah, calling Washington ESD is still a pain if you have questions.
One last thing - if you do get laid off, make sure you apply for unemployment benefits as soon as possible. You can't get benefits for weeks before you file, so don't wait thinking the layoff might be temporary. You can always stop claiming if you get called back to work.
Good point! I'll definitely file right away if anything happens.
Yes, this is important! I waited a few weeks thinking my layoff was temporary and lost out on those benefits. File as soon as you know you're out of work.
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Just want to add that if you're worried about qualifying, you can always call Washington ESD ahead of time to ask about your potential eligibility. Though good luck getting through...
I might try that, or use one of those services people mentioned to get through.
Claimyr worked great for me when I needed to check on my claim status. Saved me hours of calling.
Bottom line: 5 months of full-time work should definitely be enough to qualify as long as you were earning decent wages. The quarters thing is confusing but Washington ESD will figure it out when you apply. Focus on documenting everything about your potential layoff so you can prove it wasn't your fault.
Thanks everyone! This has been really helpful. I feel much more prepared now.
Good luck! Hope you don't need to use this info but it's smart to be prepared.
Avery Flores
Does anyone know if the maximum changes if you're collecting standby benefits instead of regular unemployment? I'm in a union and might be on temporary layoff.
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Mason Davis
•Standby benefits use the same benefit calculation as regular UI. The difference is you don't have to do job searches since you're expecting to return to work.
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Avery Flores
•Good to know. That would make things easier if I don't have to do the job search requirement.
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Zoe Gonzalez
Bottom line - with a $95k salary you should get close to the $999 maximum assuming you worked enough quarters. The Washington ESD benefit calculator on their website can give you an estimate once you have your wage information ready.
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Liam Brown
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This gives me a much better idea of what to expect when I file my claim.
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Zoe Gonzalez
•Good luck with your claim! The tech job market is tough right now but at least Washington has decent unemployment benefits.
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